Best Burgers in Vermont Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Collective | | Best with kids | Ruby Commons | | Hidden spot | Lena | | Bad weather pick | Nina Lane |
We’ve tested every best burgers option in Vermont to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Little House is the one everyone knows. The Common Yard is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Residential suburb with Vermont South Shopping Centre access. Vermont sits in the Outer East corridor, 24-35km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best burgers scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Vermont since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. The White Social — 17 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. Ruby Kitchen — 338 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) A quiet achiever Cost: $22-31 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Bridge Place is usually fine.
3. Ivy’s — 268 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) Worth the detour Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 48 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Go for: The fish special ($13) — solid
4. Felix’s — 5 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Vermont roaster — ask which one.
5. Standard — 160 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The sourdough bread ($25) — solid
6. Mabel Pantry — 112 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Ask for: The crispy chicken ($15) — solid
Why Locals Stay in Vermont
Residential suburb with Vermont South Shopping Centre access. Bellbird Dell nature reserve. The best burgers options here reflect Vermont’s character. For Vermont locals and anyone in the area, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.
7. Corner — 375 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $12-24 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Capacity is around 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
8. Nell Pantry — 229 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) A local institution Cost: $17-24 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 45 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Blake Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Vermont farmers market when it runs.
9. Rex — 243 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-33 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Bridge Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
10. Long Press — 370 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-28 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Blake Parade is usually fine.
11. Anchor — 333 Bridge Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $11-20 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 47 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The mushroom pasta ($14) — solid
12. The Little House — 28 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (burgers) The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 41 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Blake Parade is usually fine.
Explore More
- Heathmont Best Burgers — same vibe, different suburb
- Vermont Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Vermont Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Vermont Complete Guide — everything about Vermont
- Compare Suburbs — see how Vermont stacks up
- All Vermont Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best burgers options in Vermont?
Ivy Place is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Vermont good for best burgers?
Yes. Vermont has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.
What is Vermont known for?
Residential suburb with Vermont South Shopping Centre access.
How far is Vermont from Melbourne CBD?
Vermont is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Vermont isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.
Last updated: March 2026
